Educational Teaching Assistant in Additionally Resourced Provision for Pupils with Complex Communication & Interaction Needs

Salary: Band D (NJC point 7-11) Actual Salary £16,583 - £17,734

Contract: Permanent 30 hours - Term time only

Closing Date: Tuesday 11th June 2024 at 9am

Interview: tbc

Start Date: as soon as your notice allows

We are seeking to recruit a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our team of staff within the Additionally Resourced Provision for students with Complex Communication and Interaction (CCI) needs including those with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).

You will work as part of a team including teachers and other support staff to support the learning and welfare of our students who have Educational Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), as part of the Additionally Resourced Provision within the mainstream school.

The role includes helping students by providing practical support which will promote and facilitate learning, educational activities, the development of social skills and integration to secure the educational and emotional well-being of our students.

What we're looking for

You will be a professional and positive role model able to instill confidence and translate a 'can do' attitude to students to enable them to achieve their full potential. You must have excellent communication and inter-personal skills, the ability to offer a calming and reassuring presence and be open, approachable and committed to meeting the needs of students both in and out of the classroom.

What you'll get in return?

You'll be joining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first - with numerous wellbeing initiatives and social events to enjoy each term!

· Joining a supportive and friendly team of specialists with a strong desire to provide the best care for their students

• Automatic enrolment to the West Yorkshire Pension Fund


• Staff development through appraisal and CPD


• Access to a canteen


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Great transport links - Honley Train Station is across the road


• Free onsite car parking


• Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our students


• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme to provide practical and emotional support https://www.educationsupport.org.uk/


HOW TO APPLY

Could we be a good fit for each other? If you'd like a chat about the role or have questions ahead of making a formal application, we'd be delighted to hear from you. Please contact OUR Personal Assistant to the Senior Leadership team Nicola Pogmore via n.pogmore@honley.tlt.school

If you're ready for a new challenge, please apply by completing our application form and returning it to recruitment@tlt.school by the closing date.

SAFER RECRUITMENT

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023.

You will be a professional and positive role model able to instill confidence and translate a 'can do' attitude to students to enable them to achieve their full potential. You must have excellent communication and inter-personal skills, the ability to offer a calming and reassuring presence and be open, approachable and committed to meeting the needs of students both in and out of the classroom.